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Stardust

2020·Movie
1h 49min·NR

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Stardust fingerprint

A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance6
  • Melancholy6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

A real life story, show business, and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

David before Bowie.

In 1971, rock star David Bowie travels to America for the first time to promote his third album, The Man Who Sold the World. There, he embarks on a coast-to-coast publicity tour. During this tour, Bowie creates his iconic Ziggy Stardust persona, inspired by artists like Iggy Pop and Lou Reed.
David Bowie BiopicZiggy Stardust Origin1970s Music SceneCharacter StudyShowbiz DramaArtistic IdentityMelancholy ToneSlow Burn

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Stardust

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Stardust legally?

Stardust is included with a subscription to Philo, Acorn TV, and Sundance Now in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Stardust worth watching?

35
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 4.5, Rotten Tomatoes 19%, and Metacritic 35). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Stardust rated?

NRStrong language

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Stardust?

1 h 49 min

Stardust runs 1 h 49 min.

Is Stardust based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Stardust?

Critics27
Audiences45

Not quite. Audiences rate Stardust higher (45) than critics (27). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Stardust a box office hit?

Budget$6 million
Box office$62,251

No. It cost about $6 million to make and earned $62,251 worldwide, 1% of its budget.

What language is Stardust in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Stardust?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Stardust in 35 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Stardust use?

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TV Tropes lists 192 storytelling tropes for Stardust, including 11th-Hour Superpower, Humanity Ensues, Now What?.